Work is underway at a once popular rest stop on the A35 as building is expected to take until next Christmas

Nominees have been announced for an upcoming election for a ward in Bridport

Santa LIVE! returns to Bridport’s Electric Palace on December 20 and December 21, 2026, with a new family Christmas show, songs, Santa and festive fun.

- Dorset under yellow weather warning following Storm Austen - Some Roads have been closed - Flood warnings have been issued

Properties are without power as Storm Austen ravages the county

Plans to build 80 new homes Bridport would result in a ‘permanent loss of undeveloped land’ as dozens of residents have raised objections

Support is building for plans to build a safer route bridging two villages in west Dorset

Bridport weather forecast: Heavy rain, strong winds up to 60mph, and fluctuating temperatures from 9°C to 17°C expected from 23–26 October 2020.

Clocks go back on Sunday, October 25 as British Summer Time ends and GMT returns, giving the UK an extra hour in bed and darker evenings, with lighter mornings.

The release of a stop-motion animated film, a body-horror film based on a DC Comics character, and a comedy film are among other films in Dorset cinemas

Find out whether home insurance policies cover wind damage to properties, fences, sheds, gates and other outdoor items.

Boots pharmacist shares chest infection symptoms, recovery advice and warning signs.

Storm Austen and Storm Boelo are due to hit the UK. But who is responsible for potential garden fence damages?

Households are being urged to prepare for up to three days of disruption during severe weather emergencies.

The government has updated its Be Ready emergency checklist, naming nine items and provisions all UK households should keep at home.

Thousands of homes are without power and travel is disrupted as Storm Austen hits the South West and forecasters issue warnings for Storm Boelo.

To make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK this weekend

Dorset Council is considering permanent traffic lights at Beaminster Tunnel after residents said they have "had enough" of delays and disruption

Councillors have said proposed ward changes in west Dorset will cut the close ties within communities and need to be reconsidered

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for west Dorset due to large waves forecast during Storm Austen

Ruby Wax praised Bridport's Electric Palace after performing her show Absolutely Famous at the venue.

Dorset is ready for strong winds of up to 70mph as a yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for Friday

A community group in Lyme Regis is to light up a seafront to raise awareness for a deadly and debilitating disease

Lyme Regis Majorettes travelled to Chard on October 10 to take part in the colourful procession, which wound its way through the town centre.

The Bridport branch of the Royal British Legion will be holding its AGM on November 21

West Dorset entrepreneurs can join a free Evolve Advisory business breakfast at Bridport’s Bull Hotel on November 11 for start-up advice and networking.

Lifesaving volunteers from west Dorset have been honoured at a major event celebrating unsung heroes across the country that rescue those at sea

Lyme Regis resident, Rachel Brooker, who goes by R.E. Brooker, will launch her children’s novel, Will Worthington and the Revenge of Kazamir Kirrolivitch.

Symondsbury Mummers bring their traditional Mummers’ Play to Dorset venues from December 5, with performances in Litton Cheney, Shipton Gorge and beyond.

Hive Beach Café in Burton Bradstock is offering DT postcode holders 15% off weekday lunches as it celebrates 35 years in business.

Warm Home Discount letters confirm £150 off winter energy bills for eligible households in England and Wales.

UK organisations have been warned their websites may need to be taken offline following the discovery of a critical security issue in PHP.

The next steps have been made to protect one of Dorset’s most historic landmarks for future generations

An acclaimed actor who was charged with several sexual offences, with some allegedly taking place in Dorset, has pleaded not guilty

An actor has been charged with a number of sexual offences, with some alleged to have taken place in Dorset.

West Bay's Bonfire by the Beach returns this October with fireworks, live music and food, raising money for local community groups.

West Dorset MP Edward Morello has accused South West Water of failing customers and called for major reforms to the water industry as Dorset continues to face severe drought conditions.

The remarkable story of Dorset-born Thomas Masterman Hardy, who was Nelson’s flag captain at the Battle of Trafalgar

Campaigners who fought to save fire stations from closure in Dorset have welcomed fresh lobbying by MPs but warned that any cuts to fire services would be "disastrous" at a time of increasing wildfire risk.

A group of local musicians will come together for a special evening of folk music to help secure the future of Bridport Arts Centre.

More than £3,500 has been raised to bring the internationally acclaimed Red Dress Project to Bridport next summer

Alex Bance will run 380 miles on the Greater Ridgeway from Hunstanton to Lyme Regis in under six days, starting November 2, raising £5,000 for Julia’s House.

A Dorset MP displayed his artistic skills and engaged in discussions about NHS and transport funding challenges during a visit to the Bridport Stroke Club

Plans identifying the region's key transport priorities for the next decade have been criticised for overlooking major infrastructure improvements needed in west Dorset.

A couple behind a first of its kind business in Bridport has been chosen to represent successful business across the nation

Storm Austen has been named by the Met Office with disruptive wind and rain for some from late Thursday and into Friday.

Anglers warned to avoid Chesil Beach as 62mph gusts forecast

West Dorset MP Edward Morello has sought assurances for Britain’s support of Ukraine amid reports of potential peace talks involving Russian president Vladimir Putin.

Outage issues on the Lloyds Banking app began being reported on Tuesday, October 20, with reports rising on Downdetector

A group have been rescued after becoming stranded out at sea in west Dorset